Yamaha FGDP-50 Rechargeable Finger Drum Pad with Playback Sampler and Built-In Speaker

Featuring an integrated Tone Generator, an in-built speaker, and a rechargeable battery, the all-new FGDP-50 Finger Drum Pad from Yamaha is an evolution of the FGDP series, boasting more functions and a greater range of performance. With a meticulously designed layout, this drum pad offers the ultimate finger drumming experience - from sampled acoustic drums that sound like they're right in front of you, to powerful electronic sounds that span genres, curated by top professional artists, the FGDP-50 delivers unparalleled performance.

• Ultra-sensitive Pads in an optimized layout
• 48 Preset Kits and 1,500 Voices (instruments)
• USB MIDI/Audio
• Built-in speaker
• Rechargeable battery
• AUX In
• Eight RGB Pads
• Playback Sampler
• Auto-accompaniment Session Creator
• USB Audio Player/Recorder
• Note Repeat function
• Four Registration buttons

Optimized Layout

The distinctive Pad layout of the FGDP prioritizes ergonomic comfort with a meticulous design for a superior finger drumming experience. The FGDP gives you the freedom to assign Voices to Pads to suit your creative needs, but Yamaha recommends the 3-finger style of operation: Use your thumb for the kick drum, your middle finger to play the hi-hat, and let your index finger play the delicate nuances and intricate snare passages. Effortlessly perform fundamental rhythms from the home position, like 8th-notes on one hand, and 16th-note back-beats or double kicks with the other, and unleash captivating beats to drive your melodies. Perfectly suited for finger drumming, the generous amount of Pads available on the FGDP give you the power to deliver your greatest performances, setting a new bar for samplers and MIDI pads.

Expressive Percussion

Designed to capture every last subtle detail, the cutting-edge Pads of the FGDP guarantees that no detail is missed. Combining with the integrated Tone Generator gives you the powerful ability to deliver intricate performances with ghost notes, impactful accents, flams, and and ultra-fast fills. With Aftertouch support, these pads allow for greater expression, and enable unique drumming styles like cymbal chokes by applying pressure to a Pad while holding it pressed. The FGDP gives you almost limitless drumming possibilities.

The Great Drum Sounds

Combining a plethora of Samples taken from iconic acoustic drums chosen by professional drummers, the powerhouse FGDP allows you to explore an immersive world of natural, vibrant, and incredibly expressive sounds, expertly crafted by world-class drummers for a perfect finger drumming experience. Hand-picked by the industry's top artists, discover a collection of meticulously curated electronic sounds perfectly suited for styles of club music. The FGDP also gives you the freedom to design your own custom kit - choose from a massive collection of 1500 sounds, and then apply Effects and tweak and refine each drum's character and response through Tuning and Decay - giving you unmatched flexibility to create.

Play Anywhere

The compact and lightweight FGDP gives you a finger drumming experience that you can take with you - loaded with impressive features and crucial functions, this drum pad allows you to enjoy effortless performance from the living room, or wherever you go.

• Rechargeable Battery - Take the performance anywhere thanks to the FGDP's integrated rechargeable lithium-ion battery. Simply use a USB power adaptor to recharge the FGDP, and enjoy limitless portability!
• Built-In Speaker - Optimized for finger drumming, the FGDP's specially-designed built-in speaker delivers incredibly powerful sound despite it's compact size - and with the included output jack, you're able to connect the FGDP directly to headphones or an external PA system for expanded audio output options.
• Built-In Click - The FGDP's built-in Click gives you seven selectable easy-to-hear sounds during performance. To use the Tap Tempo feature, simply tap the Pads, and the FGDP analyzes the tempo, so there's no need to manually dial the BPM.

Play Any Way

Connect the FGDP to you computer or smart device, and use your favorite software sounds with it's high-performance Drum Pads, or effortlessly capture your performance inside your DAW. Yamaha's Rec'n'Share App greatly enhances your recording experience, allowing you to effortlessly capture high-quality performance videos with outstanding audio quality, and share them on your social media.

• USB to Host Terminal - To seamlessly transmit and receive MIDI and audio data, connect the FGDP to a computer or smart device and discover a new realm of possibilities. From triggering software sounds, to capturing entire performances inside your DAW, the FGDP allows your creativity to soar as you compose your music with ease.
• Rec'n'Share App - With the Yamaha Rec'n'Share App, you can connect the FGDP to a smart device and instantly begin capturing performance videos with outstanding audio and video quality, and then share your creations to social media without the need for external recording equipment. A seamless experience from creation, to recording, to sharing.
• AUX In Terminal - Create an immersive performance by jamming along with your favorite backing tracks by connecting an external audio playback device, thanks to the FGDP's AUX In.

• Additional Pads - With the eight featured RGB Pads, you can illuminate your performances, and dazzle them with vibrant splashes of colour. These pads give you the freedom to assign Voices of your choice, and with their velocity-sensitive design and Aftertouch function, the expressive possibilities are greatly expanded.
• Playback Sampler - Effortlessly layer one-shot Samples or short phrases from a USB flash memory effortlessly into your creations, and combine them any way you desire. Easily assignable to any of the Pads, these flexible audio elements offer endless creative opportunities.
• Session Creator - For automatic accompaniment in a range of different genres, the Session Creator allows you to control the structure of your music - making it perfect for both rehearsal and performance.
• Note Repeat - Press and hold a Pad to experience quick rolls and other similar techniques. The Note Repeat function amplifies your playing, allowing you to pull off phrases that would normally be impossible to perform. Assign different parameters to each Pad, transforming them into Loopers or recreating grace notes. Endless possibility!
• USB to Device Terminal - Play back stored backing tracks, or record your own FGDP performances thanks to the USB to Device terminal.
• More Registrations - The Registration Memory offers instant recall of Kits, Velocity Curves, Tempo parameters, and more. Save your custom User Registrations via 4 buttons and 50 user banks, and discover a plethora of Preset Registrations. By skillfully combining the FGDP's onboard functions, you can push sound creation to its very limits.

• Pad Section
  • Drum Pads: 18 Pads
  • RGB Square Pads: 8 Pads
  • Number of Preset Trigger Settings: 12
  • Number of User Trigger Settings: 50
  • After Touch: Polyphonic, Channel
  • Assignable Functions: Yes
  • Control Interface: Display LCD with Backlight
• Tone Generator: 
  • Tone Generator: AWM2
  • Maximum Polyphony: 64 Notes
  • Preset Drum Kits: 48 Kits
  • User Drum Kits: 50 Kits
  • Voices: 1,500
  • Kit Edit: Yes
• Effects
  • Reverb: 11
  • Chorus: 10
  • Variation: 23
  • Speaker EQ: 5
• Audio Files
  • Import Limit: 100 Files
  • Sample Format WAV, AIFF (44.1kHz, 16-Bit, Mono/Stereo)
  • Max. Loadable Sample Time: Approx. 600 seconds (44.1kHz, 16-Bit, Mono), Approx. 300 seconds (44.1kHz, 16-Bit, Stereo), Approx. 20 Seconds per File
• Click
  • Tempo: 30 - 300BPM, Tap Tempo Supported.
  • Beat: 1 - 16
  • Patterns: (¼, ¼T, ?, ?T, ¹/16, ¹/16T, Clave)
• Session Creator
  • Number of Session Creators: 23
  • Sections: Intro, Main ×4, Ending
  • Parts: Drum, Bass, Other ×4
• Recorder
  • USB Flash Drive Recording Time: Approx. 80 Minutes per File
  • Format: WAV (44.1kHz, 16-Bit, Stereo)
• Voices
  • Note Repeat: Each Pad
  • Humanize: Each Pad
• Registration Memory
  • Number of Buttons: 4
  • Preset: 5 Banks
  • User: 50 Banks
• Amplifiers and Speakers
  • Amplifiers: 2.5W
  • Speakers: 1x 4cm
• Connectors
  • Headphones/Output: (1x Stereo Mini Jack)
  • AUX IN: (1x Stereo Mini Jack)
  • USB TO DEVICE: Type-A
  • USB TO HOST: Micro-B
• Power Supply
  • Power Supply: USB Power Adaptor 5V/1.5A or Greater USB BC Specification Compatible Products (Sold Separately)
  • Internal Battery: 1,400mAh, 4.5Wh, 3 Hours
  • Power Consumption: 7W
• Included Accessories
  • Owner’s Manual
  • USB cable
• Dimensions
  • 223mm (W) x 51mm (H) x 223mm (D)
  • 1.1kg